The World's Steepest Street Run
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From Always Aim High Events
Saturday 25th March 2023
Past event
16:00
Harlech
£22.00 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the World's Steepest Street Run, taking place on Saturday, March 25, 2023, in the picturesque town of Harlech, Gwynedd! Organized by Always Aim High Events, this unique race will have you tackling the infamous Ffordd Pen Llech, which boasts a staggering maximum gradient of 37.45%. While this street once claimed the title of the world's steepest from New Zealand's Baldwin Street, it remains the only place where you can put your endurance to the test on such an iconic incline.
The event promises to be an unforgettable experience, celebrating Welsh pride and community spirit. As part of the Always Aim High Community Event series, proceeds from the race will benefit local projects, including the Harlech Triathlon Club and various mountain rescue teams. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, join us in Harlech for an uplifting atmosphere and a race like no other!
The event promises to be an unforgettable experience, celebrating Welsh pride and community spirit. As part of the Always Aim High Community Event series, proceeds from the race will benefit local projects, including the Harlech Triathlon Club and various mountain rescue teams. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, join us in Harlech for an uplifting atmosphere and a race like no other!
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The 6.2km route starts at the foot of the castle. As you turn the first corner, Ffordd Pen Llech looms in front of you rising over 50 metres along its 322-metre length and disappearing round its first bend like a rollercoaster that leaves you wondering what's to come. This first bend is the steepest part, but there's no rest for the wicked (or slightly crazy) as you continue to the rest of the run. The run climbs steeply for almost 2km, but then after all that hard work you’re rewarded with long flowing descents with incredible views. As you come down into Harlech you come past the castle and finish back where you started.
Lively Event village
Family friendly vibes
On course support
Unique finisher memento
Spectacular scenery
Professional Timing
Family friendly vibes
On course support
Unique finisher memento
Spectacular scenery
Professional Timing
You will need to attend registration on Saturday morning. We will confirm our registration opening times in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days prior to the race.
Registration for the race will be located on the field next to Harlech & Ardudwy Leisure Centre, Beach Rd, Harlech LL46 2UG.
This race usually starts at 14.00 though this is subject to change. We will confirm the race start time in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days prior to the race.
The start line is located at the bottom of the Castle Steps just off Hwylfar Nant (closest postcode LL46 2UE).
In the interest of athlete safety and the safety of our volunteers on the course there will be strict cut off times in place.
The finish line will close 1 hour after the race start time.
Registration for the race will be located on the field next to Harlech & Ardudwy Leisure Centre, Beach Rd, Harlech LL46 2UG.
This race usually starts at 14.00 though this is subject to change. We will confirm the race start time in your Final Instructions, which will be available on the website and via email 10 days prior to the race.
The start line is located at the bottom of the Castle Steps just off Hwylfar Nant (closest postcode LL46 2UE).
In the interest of athlete safety and the safety of our volunteers on the course there will be strict cut off times in place.
The finish line will close 1 hour after the race start time.
We hold a prize-giving ceremony after the racing, approximate timings will be detailed in the Final Instructions however it is a good idea to listen out for information on any updates that come in over the tannoy. Sometimes the ceremony may be delayed and we wouldn't want you to miss out. We don't send out prizes after the event, so make sure you attend the ceremony and receive your big Welsh cheer!
Prize Categories for the World's Steepest Street Race are (for both men and women)
Overall: Top 3
Vet 40 - 1st runner
Vet 50 - 1st runner
Vet 60 - 1st runner
Vet 70 - 1st runner
Fastest hill climb.
All prizes must be collected on the day.
Prize Categories for the World's Steepest Street Race are (for both men and women)
Overall: Top 3
Vet 40 - 1st runner
Vet 50 - 1st runner
Vet 60 - 1st runner
Vet 70 - 1st runner
Fastest hill climb.
All prizes must be collected on the day.
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Organiser's description
With a 37.45% maximum gradient Ffordd Pen Llech in Harlech shot to fame when it 'stole' the title of 'World's Steepest Street' from Baldwin Street in New Zealand. Yes, they then 'stole' it back again, but as they don't have a race up it you'll still be running in the 'World's Steepest Street Run'!
There are ten criteria a street must meet to be in contention with being named the steepest, including having to be a public thoroughfare and being fully surfaced, as well having buildings alongside the road. The awarding of the Guinness World Record to Ffordd Pen Llech and the battle from the previous holders in New Zealand to take the title back has captured imaginations world wide and people have flocked to Harlech to walk, cycle or even roll down the street - you just can't beat a bit of Welsh pride mixed with a sprinkling of the eccentric.
With Harlech already on the Always Aim High Events map as the location for our much loved sprint triathlon and duathlon, people started to ask and we just had to deliver!
This event is an Always Aim High Community Event. Profits from our Community Events go towards supporting amazing local projects and community groups like Harlech Triathlon Club, local Community Councils, local Mountain Rescue teams including South Snowdonia Mountain Rescue, Ogwen, Aberglaslyn and Llanberis MRTs, along with many more community projects.
There are ten criteria a street must meet to be in contention with being named the steepest, including having to be a public thoroughfare and being fully surfaced, as well having buildings alongside the road. The awarding of the Guinness World Record to Ffordd Pen Llech and the battle from the previous holders in New Zealand to take the title back has captured imaginations world wide and people have flocked to Harlech to walk, cycle or even roll down the street - you just can't beat a bit of Welsh pride mixed with a sprinkling of the eccentric.
With Harlech already on the Always Aim High Events map as the location for our much loved sprint triathlon and duathlon, people started to ask and we just had to deliver!
This event is an Always Aim High Community Event. Profits from our Community Events go towards supporting amazing local projects and community groups like Harlech Triathlon Club, local Community Councils, local Mountain Rescue teams including South Snowdonia Mountain Rescue, Ogwen, Aberglaslyn and Llanberis MRTs, along with many more community projects.
Location
LL46 2UG Ffordd Glan Mor, Harlech, United Kingdom
The World's Steepest Street Run
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Always Aim High Events
At Always Aim High we are extremely proud about delivering the UK's ultimate triathlon, cycling, running and swimming challenges in the most beautiful and iconic locations that we can find. From epic mountain, coastal and city triathlons, to breathtaking cycle sportives which cover the length and bredth of Snowdonia, there's something for everyone at Always Aim High Events!
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